Cooperative seed agency planned by Saskatchewan farmers
Three prominent Saskatchewan farmers who have won world honors in dry farming are planning a cooperative selling body to distribute registered grain varieties province wide. The lead office likely in Regina or Saskatoon, under the Canadian Seed Growers' Association. Trader Seace Wheeler of Rosthern, a world champion wheat grower, is involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saskatcheswan
Regina
Saskatoon
Canadian Seed~growers’ Association
Seacee Wheeler
Rosthern
Saskatchewan
Five Dollar Bill Found on Desk Sparks Test of Honesty
A bystander reports a five dollar bill left on a desk with a note asking if the recipient is honest. The exchange suggests an employer testing a new man’s integrity and prompts reflection on trust in the workplace.
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Mani Thalls
Old British Spirit in War Reflects National Resolve
A London Morning Post editorial lauds the enduring British spirit as the nation faces a pivotal war hour. It contrasts brave leadership with wavering statesmanship, praising generals and soldiers for steadiness and invincible fighting resolve. An asthma remedy ad follows, touting Kelogg’s treatment as a natural, effective relief.
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Chatham
England
London Morning Post
2000 Miles for Farewell Visit by Canadian Veteran
82 year old Clin ton Vance travels 2000 miles to Louisville Kentucky to visit two soldier sons at Camp Zachary Taylor. He left near Calgary after letters said sons soon leave for over there. Vance previously lived near Orleans Indiana and moved to Canada three years ago with two large Alberta farms.
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Clinton Vance
Louisville
Camp Zachary Taylor
Vance
Calgary
Canada
Nafter
Canaada
Orleans
Ind
Alberta
Unity in the Crisis and War Weariness Safer Spirit Returns
Lord Rhondda notes the emotion and unity of 1914 revival in Britain and Canada as the last weeks ease war weariness. He says it is easier to endure crisis than long slow moves with no clear result, urging sustained calm and resolve.
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Rhondda
Edmonton Journal
Spying on Spies in Germany Reveals Diplomatic Claims
The Times quotes ex ambassador Gerard on German spies and countermeasures. He recalls wartime gossip reports, couriers open bags, and the risk of publishing anything that could reveal state secrets. He notes Zimmermann pressed diplomats not to file reports to their governments.
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Germany
Gerard
Times
Zimmtermann
Ancient Mortar and Bricks at Great Wall Examined
J C Witt of the Manila bureau of science examined Shankaikwan bricks and white mortar. Bricks are large, pale grey, and easily broken by finger pressure. mortar is pure white and stronger. Sun-drying is confirmed. kiln-drying would alter appearance and strength. No sand mixed with lime, according to analysis.
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Great Wall of China
Shankaikwan
J. C. Witt
Bureau of Science
Manilla
Witt
Baby's Own Tablets touted for infant constipation relief
A Quebec mother touts Baby's Own Tablets as a safe effective laxative for her constipated baby. Advertisers claim the product regulates bowels, ease of use, and recommend keeping a box at home. Sold by medicine dealers or by mail for 25 cents a box from The Dr. Williams Medicine Co.
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Emile LaChapelle
Terrebonne
Que
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Denominational Difference Question Misheard During Service
In a confused exchange at Methodist Baltimore a teacher asks whether someone is an invertebrate or a mammal while a frightened speaker cites butter exports from Australis and an imperial government account. The fragment hints at religious and trade topics but lacks coherent narrative.
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Preess
Miss
Methodist
Altimore
American
Australis
Allied debt to US hero warned to cancel Allies loan
James M Beck urged about 1000 Philadelphia businessmen to back Liberty loan on the stock exchange floor. He predicted Allies will demand repayment after victory, but argued the debt would be settled “Receipted in full” by the blood of our sons. Audience cheered, many moved to tears.
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United States
James .M. Beck
Philadelphia
Liberty Loan
Stock Exchange
Great
Britain
France
America
Mr. Beck
Philadelphia Public Ledger
Canada Tops Third in Global Auto Ownership Trend
The article notes Canada ranks third worldwide in automobiles in use with 199,302 cars registered in 1917, up 47,705 from 1916, and expects 1918 registrations to rise similarly. It highlights one car for every forty people and about one car for every forty families, tracing growth from 200 autos in Ontario in 1903 to 84,353 licenses in 1917.
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Canada
Ontario
Gangda
German navy league urges Flanders coast for future raids
A London circular from Germany's navy league argues the coast of Flanders is essential for future operations against England. It states the coast enables access to London and the Thames, supports air raids and reconnaissance, and expands the reach of German naval and air forces.
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Count von Heréling
Channel
Thames
Flanders
Ems
Navy
Jeague
Engle
England
Minards and Take no Other Boys on the Farm
Chicago high school boys who worked on farms last year as a patriotic duty were 700 placed by the city board of education. Reports were unsatisfactory for only three. The work strengthened their physical and moral health, increased social responsibility, and helped food supply.
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Chicago
Chicago Board of Education
Wei
Simmer
Chicago Tribune
Women Spies and German Penetration Tactics Revealed
A historical account describes Germany's vast spy network dubbed peaceful penetration, noting up to one hundred thousand paid female operatives across Europe. It details Sumey Depsy, a famed actress turned spy, who for months fed Germany critical intelligence while posing as a Red Cross nurse before French authorities uncovered her role.
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Germany
Italy
France
Conservatorica of Music
Rome
Naples
Paris
Milan
Alsace
Garison
Ore
Sumey
Densy
Fariecet
Bernhardt
Secret Service
Lier
Red Cross
Switzerland
Berne
Geneva
Allied Victory Call Keeps France Battle Ongoing
The Washington Post reports Britain plans to raise the military age and extend conscription to mobilize more men, while America commits to join the war effort. The piece urges steadfast resolve as allied forces push toward victory in France, warning sacrifice will rise with the foe’s desperation.
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France
Great Britain
America
Ardince
Republic
British Empire
Tle
Washington Post
What Are You Reading Expert Advice On Potatoes
A fragmented passage blends mock fiction with product claims for plant potatoes and various pills touted as system cleansers. It mentions Washington and Parme lces, and notes a Spaniard's arrest near St Nazaire linked to odd clock findings.
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Washington
Springtime tonic claims to cure fatigue and fever
A fragment touts a patent tonic made from Sea root, Grape root and other ingredients. It warns of “Boring Fever” and lists tired, pale, and worn conditions as springtime illnesses cured by the remedy. Names and exact claims are unclear due to OCR damage.
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